Reverse Mortgage Calculator
Estimate how much home equity you may access without a monthly mortgage payment.
Reverse Mortgage Estimator
Estimate how much of your home's value you can unlock while continuing to live there.
Borrower & Property
Must be paid off using reverse mortgage proceeds.
Ongoing Responsibilities
Net Available Cash
The Equity StackTotal: $500,000
You must still maintain the home.
Even with no monthly mortgage payment, you are required to pay property taxes, homeowners insurance, and HOA fees, as well as maintain the property.
Turn Equity Into Options
A reverse mortgage can help eligible homeowners use part of their home equity while continuing to live in the home.
A reverse mortgage calculator helps estimate how much you may qualify for, how payment options may work, and how the loan balance could change over time.
Age Factor
Age plays a major role in reverse mortgage estimates.
The older the youngest eligible borrower is, the more equity may be available, depending on lender rules, interest rate, and home value.
Home Value
Your home value helps set the borrowing limit.
A higher appraised value may increase available proceeds, but program limits, existing mortgage balance, and loan costs can reduce the final amount.
Loan Balance
If you still owe money on your mortgage, that balance must usually be paid off with reverse mortgage proceeds.
This can reduce the cash available to you.
Ongoing Costs
A reverse mortgage does not remove homeowner responsibilities.
You must keep paying property taxes, homeowners insurance, HOA fees if applicable, and home maintenance costs.
Payout Options
Reverse mortgage funds may be available as:
- Lump sum
- Monthly payments
- Line of credit
- A mix of options
Key Inputs
- Age of youngest borrower
- Home value
- Current mortgage
- Interest rate
- Property taxes
- Homeowners insurance
- HOA fees
- Desired payout type
Risk Check
Before moving forward, review:
- Loan fees
- Interest growth
- Remaining equity
- Heir impact
- Tax and insurance duties
- Maintenance costs
- Moving or selling plans
A reverse mortgage should support retirement planning, not create future pressure.
Reverse Mortgage Planning Note
A reverse mortgage calculator helps homeowners understand how much equity may be available and what trade-offs come with using it. By checking proceeds, loan balance, fees, payout options, and ongoing responsibilities, you can decide whether a reverse mortgage fits your retirement and homeownership plan.
Quick Answers
How old do you have to be to get a reverse mortgage?
For most reverse mortgages, including the FHA-insured Home Equity Conversion Mortgage (HECM), the youngest borrower on the title must be at least 62 years old.
Can I get a reverse mortgage if I still owe money on my house?
Yes, but you must use the proceeds from the reverse mortgage to pay off the existing mortgage first. The remaining amount (Net Available Cash) is what you can use for other purposes.
What happens if I stop paying property taxes on a reverse mortgage?
Even with a reverse mortgage, you must continue to pay property taxes, homeowners insurance, and HOA fees. If you fail to pay these ongoing costs, the lender can foreclose on the home.
Does the bank own my home if I get a reverse mortgage?
No, you retain title and ownership of the home. The reverse mortgage is simply a loan secured by a lien on the property, much like a traditional mortgage, but you don't have to make monthly mortgage payments.